Hood Latch Release Cable: Service and Repair

NOTE: Hood is referred to within these procedures as "Bonnet".

Remove
1. Open bonnet.
2. Remove 8 screws securing grille.
3. Remove grille.





4. Slacken clamping bolt securing bonnet release cable.
5. Remove cable from lock.
6. Release cable from clip on underside of bonnet platform.
7. Feed cable through valance.
8. Collect cable grommet.
9. Loosen clamping nut securing bonnet release pull to mounting bracket.
10. Remove bonnet release pull from mounting bracket.
11. Withdraw cable through bulkhead.


Refit
12. Feed cable through bulkhead and fit bonnet release pull to mounting bracket. Tighten clamping nut.
13. Route cable along inner wing.
14. Feed cable through valance.
15. Fit grommet between cable and valance.
16. Fit cable to securing clip on underside of bonnet platform.
17. Fit cable to lock and tighten clamping bolt.
18. Check operation of release cable and bonnet lock and adjust if necessary.
19. Fit grille and tighten screws.
20. Close bonnet.